SEND Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

SEND Teaching Assistant Mitcham Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Join our Mitcham-based SEMH school as a SEND Teaching Assistant and make a meaningful impact on students aged 5-16 with complex mental health needs. This SEND Teaching Assistantrole primarily involves working with students aged 14-16 as their Key Worker, providing dedicated support to those facing significant challenges such as Psychosis, OCD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and Self-Harm. Benefits of this SEND Teaching Assistant role: Immediate start, offering you an exciting opportunity to begin making a difference straight away. Gain valuable experience in a highly supportive environment ideal for SEND Teaching Assistants with a passion for Mental Health. Work closely with students aged 14-16 as their Key Worker, building meaningful connections and guiding them towards personal growth. An ideal opportunity for a Psychology graduate interested in youth mental health, seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic SEND setting. Key Responsibilities of the SEND Teaching Assistant: Provide 1:1 support to students with complex SEMH needs, ensuring their emotional and academic growth. Act as a Key Worker for 14-16 year olds, offering a safe, empathetic, and nurturing presence. Support students in developing social skills, coping strategies, and resilience. Work collaboratively with colleagues, contributing to a proactive and solution-focused school environment in Mitcham. Use initiative to adapt approaches based on students individual mental health needs, ensuring the highest quality of care. Previous experience in a SEND school or with SEMH is highly desirable. What does the successful SEND Teaching Assistant need to have? A degree in Psychology or a related field, with a strong interest in youth mental health. Empathy, patience, and emotional resilience to manage the challenges of a SEND Teaching Assistant role. Experience working with students in a SEND school environment is beneficial. Strong initiative and the ability to work independently, helping students overcome unique challenges in a SEMH setting. Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant in Mitcham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role. SEND Teaching Assistant Mitcham INDCB '' TPBN1_UKTJ